What is the allergy test TVDx (Total Venom Diagnosis)
TVDx is an important tool for a complete control of the allergens found in insect venoms (e.g. such as bee and wasp venoms) that are responsible for causing an allergic reaction or possibly anaphylaxis that can cause death.
Why would I do that?
TVDx is a useful tool for the allergist for diagnosis, prevention, and selection of the appropriate immunotherapy for the patient.
Which Allergens does TVDx test for?
The 11 allergens that TVDx tests for are:
| i1 | Bee venom (extract) |
| i3 | Wasp venom (extract) |
| i75 | European great wasp venom (extract) |
| i77 | European paper wasp venom (extract) |
| i208 | rApi m1 (recombinant) |
| i213 | rApi m2 (recombined) |
| i216 | rApi m10 (recombinant) |
| i210 | rPol d5 (recombined) |
| i209 | rVes v5 (recombined) |
| i220 | rPol d1 (recombined) |
| i211 | rVes v1 (recombined) |
| CCD | CCD (Cross Reactivity Index) |
How much is the TVDx?
TVDx is a protocol made exclusively at Startbio and costs 85€
How the Test is done TVDx?
TVDx is done by simple blood sampling with a small amount of blood (125 ul of serum)
How many days do the results come out?
The time of results is about 3-5 days
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